ImageMagick Vulnerability: DC-2016-7531

2024-11-19

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A vulnerability in

Vulnerability Details:

Platform: ImageMagick
Version: Not specified (versions before the fix are vulnerable)
Vulnerability: Out-of-bounds write via PDB file
Severity: Medium (CVSS v3 score: 6.5)
Date: August 25, 2016 (CVE published), November 19, 2024 (last updated)

What Undercode Says:

This vulnerability was identified in 2016 and affects older versions of ImageMagick. If you are using ImageMagick, it’s crucial to update to a patched version to mitigate this risk.

Recommendations:

Update ImageMagick to a version that includes the fix for CVE-2016-7531.

Avoid processing untrusted PDB files.

Additional Notes:

The severity score indicates a medium risk, meaning a successful exploit could cause significant disruption but wouldn’t compromise confidentiality or integrity.
This information is based on publicly available data and may not be exhaustive.

Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional security advice.

References:

Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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